The Curry Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Curry Family Foundation is a private foundation in Prairie Village, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $410,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $45,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$410,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$14.3 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2025 was up from $311,800 the year before.
37% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $397,500 | 24 | $12.4 million |
| 2024 | $311,800 | 21 | $12.5 million |
| 2025 | $410,000 | 19 | $14.3 million |
How to apply
The Curry Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Curry Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 17 | $380,000 |
| Kansas | 2 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gordon Parks Elementary School | Responsive classroom and supportive services for low-income urban elementary children in kansas city, missouri | $45,000 |
| Kansas City Community Gardens | Individual & faimly gardens | $25,000 |
| Kansas City Symphony | Kansas city symphony 2023/24 season | $25,000 |
| Lead to Read KC | Reading and mentoring | $25,000 |
| Operation Breakthrough | Ignition lab/entrepreneurship | $25,000 |
| The Rabbit Hole | On-ramp to opening: general operating support for the rabbit hole | $25,000 |
| Welcome House | Support for men recovering from alcohol and drug abuse | $25,000 |
| Youth Ambassadors Inc | Social change project | $25,000 |
| Asteam Village Inc | Summer steam experience for kids summer camp | $20,000 |
| Child Protection Center | Child protective programs | $20,000 |
| Kanbes Markets | Healthy corner stores | $20,000 |
| National World War I Museum and Memorial | Museum programs | $20,000 |
| Pawsperity | Animal adoption programs | $20,000 |
| The Mission Project | The mission project capacity building in 2023-2024 | $20,000 |
| Bach Aria Soloists | 2024-2025 bach reach & concert season | $15,000 |
| Kansas City Junior Board | Kcjb program | $15,000 |
| Reconciliation Services | Reconciliation programs | $15,000 |
| St Andrews Epicopal Church | Christian services and programs | $15,000 |
| The Golden Scoop | Programs for disabled individuals | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee Ellen Curry
- Steve O'Neill
- Dorothy Curry
- Karen O'Neill
- Douglas Curry
- Chester Thompson
- Patrick O'Neill
- Pam Curry
- Nicholoas Curry
Questions people ask
Does The Curry Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Curry Family Foundation give?
$410,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Curry Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lee Ellen Curry (Chairman/President/Treasurer), Steve O'Neill (Vice President/Secretary), Dorothy Curry (Director) and Karen O'Neill (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Curry Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, environment and conservation and human services.